"De l'éducation des filles"

"De l'éducation des filles" is a work by Jean-Jacques Rousseau that advocates for the importance of educating girls to foster their development and societal contribution. Rousseau emphasizes that education should respect natural differences between sexes and aim to prepare girls for their roles as mothers and companions, while also encouraging their intellectual and moral growth. He argues that proper education helps girls develop virtues like modesty and responsibility, enabling them to lead balanced, fulfilling lives. Overall, the work underscores education's role in empowering women within the context of 18th-century societal expectations.